Accounts Receivable Clerk

About Us

Established in 1926, Mutual Trading Co., Inc. was originally a small co-op organization for centralized purchasing of basic import foods to service the needs of the early Japanese immigrant society in Southern California. We've grown 100 years old now, and command a premiere position among Japanese foodservice suppliers, as well as fill a key role as "Culinary Ambassador" promoting Japanese foods worldwide. Currently, we import, manufacture, and distribute over 8,000 Japanese foods, beverages, restaurant equipment and supplies.

Essential Job Functions

• Accounts Payable duties (50%): Process manual and wire payments.
  Review invoices and update the Company database.
  Monitor and verify payment with vendors in a timely manner.
  Review AP balance and resolve invoice discrepancies.
  Create and maintain vendor files and 1099s on the Company database.
  Generate and upload daily banking reports.

• Accounts Receivable Duties (50%): Post customer payments by recording cash, check, and credit card transactions.
  Work with the banks and sales teams to ensure collection of upcoming payments and resolve overdue payments.
  Liaise with banks to verify electronic cash transfers and credit card payments.
  Review AR balance and assist in reconciling discrepancies.
  Create credit memos for overpayments and underpayments.
  Work with collection agencies to clear delinquent payments

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit and work in an office setting for extended periods of time.
• Ability to type and use the computer for extended periods of time.
• Ability to talk, hear, walk, stand, reach, bend, kneel, and lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Working Conditions

• Noise Level: Normal to loud while in the office.
• Location: Indoors.

Other Requirements

• Basic level English – read/write/speak/listen.
• Basic level Japanese preferred – read/write/speak/listen.
• Maintain a positive attitude.
• Ability to work independently and as a team.
• Ability to adapt to frequent changes in assignments and workload.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field required.
• At least 2 years of related experience preferred.

Knowledge And Skills

• Basic mathematical knowledge – markups, discounts, currency, etc.
• Strong Problem-solving skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or similar software and accounting software.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Experience with bank reconciliation and tracking credit card transactions.
• Knowledge of general financial accounting.
• Understanding of and the ability to adhere to general accepted accounting principles.
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamic 365 or AS400 system experience preferred.